Shippy's Rolling Plains Construction

What Shippy's Rolling Plains Construction does

Shippy's Rolling Plains Construction is a third-generation, family-owned specialty fireproofing and insulation contractor founded in 1984 and headquartered in Apache Junction, Arizona. The company self-describes as the largest fireproofing contractor in the United States, operating from seven regional offices (Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Texas x2, California, Indiana) with a workforce of 1,100+ employees executing projects across all 50 states plus select international engagements (Israel, Ireland). Its service portfolio spans cementitious and intumescent fire-resistive materials (IFRM), firestopping, fire board applications, tunnel fireproofing, blasting and steel coating, thermal and acoustical insulation, and lightweight insulating concrete roof decks (LWIC), complemented by affiliated product lines Shippy's Multi-Crete (gypsum underlayment) and Shippy's Specialty Contracting (waterproofing and sealants).

The firm generates revenue entirely through project-based contracting, with engagements ranging from $50,000 to $150 million and pricing driven by scope, materials, and specifications. Its $700 million bonding capacity — described as rare in the fireproofing industry — combined with an Experience Modification Rate of 0.63 and certifications including QP3 Enclosed Accreditation, NFCA IFRM Certified Contractor status, and NQA-1 nuclear-quality credentials, allows it to bid on large-scale, mission-critical work in semiconductors (TSMC, Micron), EVs (Tesla, BlueOval SK), theme parks (Disney, Universal), sports venues (SoFi Stadium, Allegiant Stadium, Phoenix Suns), aviation (Denver International Airport), healthcare, and government/military facilities (McConnell AFB, Fort Belvoir). Distribution is direct enterprise field sales to general contractors, construction managers, and project owners, supported by an estimating department and prequalification process. Materials are sourced through long-standing partnerships with GCP Applied Technologies, Isolatek International, and Southwest Fireproofing. The company is currently co-owned by Robert Shippy and Cannon Shippy following a 2021 partnership, with no disclosed institutional or private equity ownership.

Name

Shippy's Rolling Plains Construction

Legal name

Shippy's Rolling Plains Construction

Website

https://rollingplains.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Third-generation, family-owned specialty fireproofing and insulation contractor self-described as the largest in the United States. Provides cementitious and intumescent fireproofing, firestopping, and related services through 1,100+ employees across seven regional offices to commercial, industrial, and infrastructure clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Apache Junction

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Fireproofing Services: Project-based contracting for cementitious fireproofing, intumescent fire-resistive materials (IFRM), firestopping, and fire board applications. Revenue is earned through one-time project fees based on scope of work, material specifications, and application requirements.
2. Steel Coating and Blasting Services: Industrial blasting and steel coating services provided as part of construction project requirements, typically one-time project-based engagements.
3. Thermal and Acoustical Insulation: Insulation services for commercial and industrial buildings, billed as part of overall project scope.
4. Gypsum Underlayment Products: Shippy's Multi-Crete gypsum underlayment products and installation services through affiliate company.
5. LWIC Installation Services: Lightweight Insulated Concrete Roof deck installation services through affiliate company.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Shippy's Rolling Plains Construction is a specialty contractor that applies fireproofing and protective coating systems to structural steel and building assemblies on commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction projects. The company delivers cementitious fireproofing, intumescent fire-resistive materials (IFRM), firestopping, fire board applications, tunnel fireproofing, blasting and steel coating, and thermal and acoustical insulation, with affiliated offerings in lightweight insulating concrete roofs (LWIC) and gypsum underlayment (Shippy's Multi-Crete). Services are sold project-by-project to general contractors, project owners, and construction managers in the United States and internationally.

Product overview

Shippy's Rolling Plains Construction operates as a unified fireproofing and insulation services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of specialized construction services. The core offering centers on fireproofing solutions including Cementitious Fireproofing (available in low, medium, and high-density Portland Cement and Gypsum-based formulations), Intumescent Fire Resistive Materials (IFRM), and Firestopping services. These are complemented by related services: Blasting & Steel Coating, Thermal and Acoustical Insulation, Fire Board Applications, Tunnel Fireproofing, and Lightweight Insulated Concrete Roofs (LWIC). The company also features affiliate brands—Shippy's Multi-Crete (Gypsum Underlayment) and Shippy's Specialty Contracting (waterproofing and sealants)—extending the service ecosystem. All services leverage industry-leading materials from partners such as GCP Applied Technologies, Isolatek International, and Southwest Fireproofing, delivered through a nationwide workforce of over 1,100 employees across offices in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Texas, California, and Indiana.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Shippy's Multi-Crete: Gypsum Underlayment products and services, operating as an affiliate of Rolling Plains Construction
• Shippy's Specialty Contracting
• LWIC (Lightweight Insulated Concrete)

Products and services

• Intumescent Fire-Resistive Materials (IFRM) Application of intumescent coatings that expand under high heat to form a protective char layer, insulating structural steel. Sold as a project-based fireproofing service to general contractors and project owners.
• Cementitious Fireproofing Spray-applied cementitious fireproofing in low, medium, and high-density Portland cement and gypsum-based formulations, protecting structural steel in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure buildings.
• Blasting and Steel Coating Surface preparation and protective coating services for structural steel, including industrial sandblasting and coating application, provided as standalone protection or as preparation for fireproofing.
• Thermal and Acoustical Insulation Building insulation services providing thermal resistance for energy efficiency and acoustic dampening to reduce sound transmission between spaces, including K-13 spray-on insulation application.
• Lightweight Insulated Concrete Roofs (LWIC) Lightweight insulating concrete roof deck system used as an alternative to traditional concrete, providing thermal insulation and structural support for roofing applications, delivered through the LWIC affiliate.
• Fire Board Applications Installation of fire-resistant board products as a passive fire protection measure for structural elements and wall assemblies.
• Firestopping Installation of fire barrier systems in walls, floors, and penetrations to prevent the spread of fire and smoke through building openings and joints.
• Tunnel Fireproofing Specialized fireproofing services for tunnel structures, addressing the unique fire protection requirements of underground transportation infrastructure.
• Gypsum Underlayment (Shippy's Multi-Crete) Proprietary gypsum underlayment product and installation service (a mixture of gypsum plaster, Portland cement, and sand) used as a fire-resistant, durable, sound-reducing floor underlayment in wood-frame and concrete construction, sold through the affiliate Shippy's Multi-Crete LLC.
• Shippy's Specialty Contracting Affiliate of Rolling Plains Construction offering waterproofing, insulation, firestopping, and joints and sealants solutions for commercial and industrial construction projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• EMR (Experience Modification Rate) of 0.63 indicating industry-leading safety performance
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers26 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GCP Applied Technologies (formerly WR Grace)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with GCP Applied Technologies for cementitious fireproofing materials. They offer low, medium, and high-density fireproofing options in Portland Cement and Gypsum-based materials from this manufacturer.
• Isolatek InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaterial supplier partner for fireproofing products. Partnered to provide the right materials for specific project requirements.
• Southwest FireproofingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaterial supplier partner for cementitious fireproofing products.
• Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of AmericacoreOthersSurety bonding partner providing the company's $700 million bonding capacity. Travelers provides performance and payment bonds for large-scale construction projects.
• National Fireproofing Contractors Association (NFCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association membership with IFRM Certified Contractor status. Company hosts NFCA events and wins NFCA awards for innovation and safety excellence.
• Firestop Contractors International Association (FCIA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association membership for Colorado office with 2022 membership certificate.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of the ValleyminorOthersCommunity partner receiving donations and support. Robert Shippy received Heart of a Champion Award. The Shippy Ranch silent auction raised $640,000 benefiting the organization.
• Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI)minorOthersAnnual donor to North America's largest all-Native American basketball tournament for high school youth since 2003. Supports education and basketball development.
• Ryan Ellis / Alpha Prime RacingminorOthersNASCAR sponsorship of driver Ryan Ellis and Alpha Prime Racing team at Phoenix Raceway. Team achieved top-20 finish. Partnership represents shared values of perseverance, teamwork, and excellence.
• Solid Rock Foundation for ChildrenminorOthersCommunity partner supporting at-risk youth through music, arts, and mentorship programs.
• Cloud Covered StreetsminorOthers$25,000 donation recipient supporting homeless services including showers, laundry, haircuts, and basic necessities.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• APi Group: APi Group is a public safety, specialty, and industrial services conglomerate whose subsidiaries span fire protection services, firestopping, and specialty coatings. It overlaps with RPC's fire/life-safety value proposition but addresses it through a much broader portfolio rather than a fireproofing specialist.
• Comfort Systems USA: Comfort Systems USA is a publicly traded national mechanical and specialty contractor serving commercial and industrial customers across multiple U.S. regions. While focused on mechanical scopes, it competes with Rolling Plains for the same large-project, general-contractor-led work where fire protection and envelope trades increasingly bundle together.
• EMCOR Group: EMCOR Group is a publicly traded Fortune 500 provider of mechanical and electrical building services, fire protection, and industrial solutions with national scale. As a multi-trade specialty contractor, EMCOR competes with Rolling Plains for the same GC-driven, mega-project, and fire-protection-adjacent scopes, albeit from a much larger and broader portfolio.
• Tremco Incorporated: Tremco is a building envelope manufacturer/installer offering roofing, waterproofing, air barriers, and related coatings used in commercial construction. While Tremco supplies rather than installs fireproofing, its position with the same owner/GC customers and integrated building-envelope focus creates adjacent competitive pressure.

Direct peers

• CentiMark Corporation: CentiMark is the largest U.S. commercial roofing and building envelope contractor with nationwide service and significant overlap with RPC's general contractor and large-project customer base. It shares the same enterprise field-sales motion and large bonding capacity needed to bid mega-projects.
• Performance Contracting Group (PCG): Performance Contracting Group is one of the largest U.S. specialty contractors delivering insulation, firestopping, and related fireproofing-adjacent scopes to commercial and industrial owners. It is the closest large-scale, multi-service peer to Rolling Plains in customer profile (national GCs and owners), service breadth, and ability to staff multi-region projects.

Regional players

• Paul Davis Restoration: Paul Davis Restoration is a North American franchise network providing property damage restoration, including fire and smoke remediation that intersects with fireproofing repair scopes. While primarily a restoration franchise rather than a national subcontractor, it operates in some of the same end markets (commercial and theme parks) and represents an adjacent competitive set for fireproofing repair work.

Others

• GCP Applied Technologies: GCP Applied Technologies (formerly W.R. Grace's construction products division) supplies cementitious fireproofing and specialty construction chemicals. As one of Rolling Plains' principal material partners, GCP influences the formulations and supply economics that determine competitive positioning in the fireproofing trade.
• ISOLATEK International: ISOLATEK International is a leading manufacturer of spray-applied fire-resistive materials (SFRM) and intumescent fireproofing products and is one of Rolling Plains' core material partners. While primarily a supplier, ISOLATEK occasionally influences installation standards and material specifications that shape competitive dynamics in the trade.

Emerging players

• InStar Services Group: InStar Services Group (formerly Legend Brands and consolidated fire/life-safety services roll-up) is a privately held specialty contractor providing fire protection, firestopping, and building services across the U.S. It is an emerging consolidator that overlaps with Rolling Plains in fire protection scopes and competes for GC and owner relationships on mid-sized projects.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance15 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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